Restaurants begin building outdoor dining sheds
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As spring approaches, outdoor dining is returning. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas with the details.

23andMe files for Bankruptcy
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New York's Attorney General said customers should work to delete genetic data and DNA samples. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo with the details.

Good Night New York 3-24-25
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Christal Young and Ryan Kristafer sit down with Knicks legend Charles Oakley, plus lifestyle expert Josh McBride gives product tips for men.

NYC traffic latest
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FOX 5 NY's Ines Rosales reports that the clean up is still underway as of 8:30 a.m.

Body found in Queens died by suicide: police
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Police say a woman apparently took her own life as a car with a knife was found at the scene nearby.

Columbia University student files lawsuit over ICE arrest
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Another Columbia University student said Monday that the Trump administration has targeted her for deportation over her pro-Palestinian views, accusing immigration officials in a lawsuit of employing the same tactics used on Mahmoud Khalil and other college activists. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest.

Brett Gardner's son dies on family vacation
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The 14-year-old son of former Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner has died during a family vacation in Costa Rica. The Gardner family released a statement saying Miller Gardner passed away in his sleep after falling ill, along with several other family members. The U.S. State Department has confirmed the death and says it is closely monitoring the investigation by local authorities. An official cause of death is still pending as autopsy and toxicology reports are awaited. FOX 5's Meredith Gorman has the latest.

Brooklyn livery driver shot in face by passenger
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A Brooklyn livery driver is recovering after being shot in the face by a masked passenger during a late-night ride in Canarsie. The victim, Prince Ezenekwe, a Nigerian immigrant and father of five, says the incident began with an argument when the passenger asked him to turn around. Moments later, he says the man pulled out a gun and fired at point-blank range. FOX 5's Duarte Geraldino has he story.

Jaywalking will soon be legal in NYC
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Starting April 17, New Yorkers will no longer be fined for jaywalking, thanks to a new law passed by the City Council. The controversial move eliminates the longstanding $250 penalty and is aimed at addressing disproportionate enforcement ? with 92% of past tickets going to Black and Latino residents. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.

DoorDash Partners With Klarna
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Would you delay payment for your lunch? A new partnership between DoorDash and Klarna is letting customers do just that, bringing the ?buy now, pay later? trend to food delivery. But some say it's a troubling sign of the times. Fox 5's Teresa Priolo tells us more.

?Buddy Bot? helps students detox from social media
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A group of ninth graders from Chaminade High School in Mineola, Long Island, are tackling one of the biggest issues facing their generation ? social media addiction. Their solution? A clever AI chatbot called ?Buddy Bot,? built to help teens reduce screen time and improve mental health. The project, part of a digital detox initiative called Media Mindful, earned the students first place in the highly competitive ?Medical Marvels? competition. FOX 5?s Jodi Goldberg has the story.

Beloved Elizabeth Street Garden faces eviction
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The Elizabeth Street Garden in Little Italy, a cherished green space and artistic haven for locals, may soon be gone for good. An eviction notice is now active as the city pushes forward with a controversial plan to build affordable housing for low-income and formerly homeless seniors on the site. FOX 5?s Arthur Chi?en has the story.

NYPD denies safety permits for Forest Hills Stadium
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Forest Hills Stadium in Queens says the summer concert season will continue as planned?despite being denied safety permits by the NYPD following a surge in neighborhood noise complaints. Residents of Forest Hills Gardens say the once-harmonious events have become overwhelming post-pandemic, citing late-night shows, increased traffic, and violations of noise limits. FOX 5?s Lisa Evers reports from Forest Hills with the details.

NYC mayoral race heats up ahead of primary
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With just over a week to go before a key petition deadline, the race for New York City mayor is heating up. FOX 5's Morgan McKay breaks down where the major candidates stand, including Mayor Eric Adams officially confirming he is seeking re-election as a Democrat, despite earlier speculation of an independent run.

Nadine Memendez trial begins
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Lawyers gave opening statements Monday in the trial of Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, who was convicted last year of accepting bribes of cash and gold.

Columbia students, professors rally
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Demonstrators gathered at Columbia University after the school agreed to several demands from the Trump administration to restore $400 million in federal funding. The changes, made to address concerns about antisemitism on campus, have sparked backlash from students and faculty who say the university yielded to political pressure. Some also rallied in support of Mahmoud Khalil, a graduate student and activist who remains in ICE custody. FOX 5?s Sharon Crowley reports from Morningside Heights.

Livery cab driver survives being shot in face
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A New York City livery cab driver is speaking out after being shot in the face during an attempted robbery in Canarsie. The shooter, still on the loose, wore a mask and fled on foot. Prince Ezenekwe, who miraculously survived, recalled the terrifying moment during a press conference in the Bronx. The New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers is offering a $5,000 reward for information and calling on the governor to revise bail reform laws. FOX 5?s Duarte Geraldino has the story.

NY News Update - Nadine Menendez bribery case begins, new accusations against Mahmoud Khalil
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In this NY News Update, we look at the beginning of the trial of Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez and the Trump administration adding new accusations against Columbia University grad student and activist Mahmoud Khalil.

Finding Central Park's best cherry blossom news
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FOX 5 sits down to talk with Ariana Paul of the Central Park Conservancy about this year's expected Central Park cherry blossom bloom, and how you can track where the best views are by visiting centralparknyc.org